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According to the definition provided, what is the primary method by which communism seeks to achieve social change?
According to the definition provided, what is the primary method by which communism seeks to achieve social change?
- By violently seizing power from the bourgeoisie and establishing a dictatorship of the proletariat. (correct)
- By establishing a free market economy that equitably distributes wealth.
- Through peacefully negotiating with the bourgeoisie to redistribute land.
- Through gradual democratic reforms and policy changes.
What economic system does communism seek to replace to bring about social change?
What economic system does communism seek to replace to bring about social change?
- Bourgeoisie
- Capitalism (correct)
- Socialism
- Bartering System
Which concept aligns most closely with the eventual goal of forming a society under communism?
Which concept aligns most closely with the eventual goal of forming a society under communism?
- Establishing a society where some individuals are considered 'more equal' than others.
- Granting absolute power to landowners
- Maintaining a strict social hierarchy
- Eliminating class distinctions to create an egalitarian society. (correct)
Which is the most accurate representation of the role of media consumption in a communist society?
Which is the most accurate representation of the role of media consumption in a communist society?
Which of the following tenets is commonly associated with communism?
Which of the following tenets is commonly associated with communism?
Which statement would Karl Marx most likely agree with?
Which statement would Karl Marx most likely agree with?
How is communism reflected in George Orwell's Animal Farm?
How is communism reflected in George Orwell's Animal Farm?
What role did Friedrich Engels play in the development of communist ideology?
What role did Friedrich Engels play in the development of communist ideology?
What was Vladimir Lenin's primary contribution to communism?
What was Vladimir Lenin's primary contribution to communism?
What is a common characteristic shared by countries that have historically adopted communism?
What is a common characteristic shared by countries that have historically adopted communism?
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Communism
Communism
A system advocating for social change through the violent seizure of power from the bourgeoisie, investing it in a dictatorship of the proletariat, leading to a classless society.
Bourgeoisie
Bourgeoisie
Seizing power from the landowners.
Main Tenets of Communism
Main Tenets of Communism
A strong, centralized government with full authority over economic growth, control over media, and economic equality.
Who is Karl Marx?
Who is Karl Marx?
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Who is Friedrich Engels?
Who is Friedrich Engels?
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Who is Vladimir Lenin?
Who is Vladimir Lenin?
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Who is Mao Zedong?
Who is Mao Zedong?
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Animal Farm
Animal Farm
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Study Notes
- Communism aims to bring about social change through the forceful seizure of power from the bourgeoisie (landowners).
- A dictatorship of the proletariat (working class) is temporarily established.
- This eventually leads to a classless society.
- The hammer and sickle, represent communism
Main Tenets
- Communism involves a strong, centralized government with full control over economic growth.
- The government controls media consumed by citizens.
- Economic equality is a feature of communism.
- There is no political opposition.
- Some individuals are considered "more equal" than others.
Major Thinkers
- Karl Marx was a German philosopher, political theorist, economist, historian, sociologist, journalist, and revolutionary socialist.
- Marx developed Marxism which served as the basis for communism.
- Friedrich Engels was a businessman, philosopher, political theorist, historian, journalist, and revolutionary socialist.
- He was Karl Marx's lifelong friend and collaborator.
- Engels helped define modern communism.
- He co-authored The Communist Manifesto, a highly influential political document.
- Vladimir Lenin was a Russian revolutionary, politician, and political theorist.
- Lenin founded and led the government of Soviet Russia.
- He led the October Revolution, establishing the world's first socialist state.
- Mao Zedong was a Chinese politician who founded the People's Republic of China.
- Mao Zedong's policies resulted in 40 to 80 million deaths due to starvation, persecution, prison labor, and mass executions.
Examples of Countries
- The Soviet Union, The People's Republic of China, Cuba, North Korea, and Vietnam are examples of countries that have been/are communist.
Examples of Literature
- Animal Farm by George Orwell is an example.
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